2002 Volkswagen Passat Wagon Technical Service Bulletins

111 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2002 Volkswagen Passat Wagon. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10128105Jun 29, 2015Equipment. This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.
• 10128104Jun 22, 2015Equipment. This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, ElsaPro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.
• 10242998Dec 22, 2014Exterior lighting, Body and structure, Electrical system, Visibility (wipers…. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242336Dec 22, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10238059Dec 19, 2014Body and structure. Corrosion on Rear Lid at Rear Window Area
• 10070384Dec 19, 2014Body and structure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10238053Dec 16, 2014Body and structure. Corrosion on Rear Lid at Rear Window Area
• 10238044Dec 16, 2014Body and structure. Corrosion on the roof (in the contact area of roof rail/roof rail base) - Figures 1 and 2.
• 10070378Dec 16, 2014Body and structure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10242997Dec 15, 2014Electrical system, Body and structure, Seats, Engine cooling, Visibility…. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242335Dec 15, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10238040Dec 10, 2014Wheels, Body and structure. Front Fender - Corrosion on Wheel Arch
• 10070367Dec 10, 2014Wheels. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10242996Dec 8, 2014Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain, Visibility (wipers, defrost…. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10239831Dec 3, 2014Equipment. Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000 Charger
• 10242995Dec 1, 2014Body and structure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242333Dec 1, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10238935Nov 27, 2014Equipment, Electrical system. When performing SVM updates, the scan tool should be hardwired to the vehicle and the Bluetooth physically turned off. A hard wired internet connection is also recommended.
• 10238039Nov 24, 2014Body and structure, Wheels. Front Fender - Corrosion on Wheel Arch
• 10122613Nov 24, 2014Body and structure, Wheels. Technical Bulletin (Front Fender - Corrosion on Wheel Arch): The wheel liner touches the arch area of the fender and rubs off the paint in the contact area. The corrosion is caused by dirt accumulations and movements of the wheel liner. The document informs how to identify affected parts. It then gives direction on servicing the issue
• 10070366Nov 24, 2014Wheels. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10239541Sep 24, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)
• 10237766Sep 5, 2014Electrical system. The DLC is intended for use with diagnostic scan tools and by emissions testing stations. However, aftermarket devices (i.e., drive data recorders) that connect to the DLC have now become available.
• 10241340Sep 2, 2014Engine. Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard VW 502 00/505 00/505 01 and VW 504 00/507 00
• 10241339Aug 22, 2014Engine cooling, Engine. Oil Consumption Measurement
• 10238600Jul 4, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Incorrect torque converter or flywheel/flexplate installation can result in transmission damage. When installing an engine, flywheel or transmission, please follow the installation procedures outlined in ELSA. For the flywheel/flexplate, please be certain the correct shim is installed between it and the crankshaft (reference VWIQ120). When installing a torque converter, press the torque converter hub through the…
• 10238972Jun 6, 2014Tires, Wheels. The use of tire dressing gives your tires that shiny finish that completes the image of a clean (new) vehicle. There are many different tire dressing products available. When choosing a product please pay close attention to its contents. Always use a water based product.
• 10253215Jun 4, 2014Exterior lighting, Other or unknown. Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
• 10239592Jun 4, 2014Exterior lighting. Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
• 10243011May 19, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Exterior lighting, Electrical system. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242349May 19, 2014Equipment, Electrical system, Exterior lighting, Visibility (wipers, defrost…. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10238572May 9, 2014Equipment, Fuel system. Fault code P1297 may be set and fuel mixtures may go lean if the vehicle is driven under load or revved up and then returned to idle.
• 10239534Apr 18, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). HVAC, Unpleasant Odor
• 10241266Apr 10, 2014Equipment. Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials
• 10239270Apr 1, 2014Equipment. Volkswagen Warranty Policies and Procedures ? April 2014
• 10239533Mar 27, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). HVAC, Unpleasant Odor
• 10241311Mar 26, 2014Engine cooling. Gasoline Quality
• 10241310Mar 18, 2014Electrical system, Other or unknown. Software Version Management
• 10253214Mar 8, 2014Other or unknown, Exterior lighting. Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
• 10239591Mar 6, 2014Exterior lighting. Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
• 10241265Jan 27, 2014Fuel system, Engine cooling. Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
• 10239789Jan 24, 2014Other or unknown, Electrical system, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ignition and visually locate the damage. Proceed with checking any other lines as necessary. Once the damaged line is identified, repair utilizing the Repair kit by Permatex® ITEM…
• 10242375Nov 25, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Steering, Engine, Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10238932Nov 15, 2013Equipment. If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order. If parts assistance is needed, please call 800-767-6552 to speak with a VWGoA Parts Specialist.
• 10238931Nov 15, 2013Equipment. If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order. If parts assistance is needed, please call 800-767-6552 to speak with a VWGoA Parts Specialist.
• 10212722Nov 15, 2013Equipment. Part ordering
• 10243034Nov 4, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242372Nov 4, 2013Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10239532Oct 29, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). HVAC, Unpleasant Odor
• 10241335Oct 3, 2013Engine cooling. Oil Consumption Measurement

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